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BV55 TZV

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,109 mi
Last recorded93,109 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 TZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 93,109 miles

Nearside mirror glass missing

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Sep 2015 93,107 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside mirror glass missing

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 86,376 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 86,375 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 77,409 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 77,409 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 67,932 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 56,767 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 40,193 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 30,848 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 30,848 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 30,776 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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BV55 TZV is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 89,916 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV55 TZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV55 TZV registered?

BV55 TZV is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 2 October 2006.

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The MOT history for BV55 TZV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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